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Rare six-meter whale shark appears near Da Nang coast

Local authorities believe a six-meter marine animal filmed near Da Nang is a whale shark, a species occasionally seen in the area.

Bryde’s whale returns to Nha Trang waters, authorities issue warning

Authorities in Khanh Hoa Province have urged boats and tourists not to approach too closely after a Bryde’s whale was spotted near Hon Mun Island in Nha Trang Bay.

Endangered rhesus macaque released into U Minh Ha National Park

A rare rhesus monkey, voluntarily handed over by a resident after repeatedly entering a residential area, has been safely released back into the wild at U Minh Ha National Park in the southernmost province of Ca Mau on May 22.

Baby elephant rescued after falling into 3-meter-deep pit in Dong Nai

A baby elephant that fell into a pit about 3 meters deep in Dong Nai was successfully rescued after authorities deployed excavators and tractors to create an escape route.

Tourists thrilled as giant whales appear off Dak Lak coastline

A pair of whales has been spotted off the coast of Cu Lao Mai Nha island in O Loan commune, Dak Lak province, delighting locals and tourists with a rare wildlife encounter.

Rare wild dog species rediscovered in Vietnam’s Pu Hoat forest

Scientists have recorded the first field images of the critically endangered dhole at Pu Hoat Nature Reserve in Nghe An Province.

Rare wild cattle herd captured on camera in Vietnam’s Yok Don forest

A rare herd of wild cattle has been discovered in Yok Don National Park in Dak Lak Province through a camera trap monitoring system.

Rare endangered turtles return to Vietnam from South Korea

Twenty-eight rare turtles, including endangered box turtles and leaf turtles, have been returned from South Korea to Vietnam by air as part of an international wildlife conservation effort.

Where birds return and livelihoods grow in Quang Tri

Once known as a prominent bird trader in his region, Nguyen Cong Xuan has chosen a different path - one that brings life back to nature while creating a sustainable livelihood for his family.

Vietnam verifies report of citizen arrested in South Africa

Vietnam is working with South Africa to verify the arrest of a Vietnamese national linked to rhino horn smuggling.

Two deer ‘sparring’ at Cuc Phuong captivate social media

A viral video shows rare spotted deer engaging in playful behavior, offering a glimpse into life inside Vietnam’s leading national park.

Quang Tri records four rare bird species

Four bird species have been recently discovered in the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, the central province of Quang Tri, its management board announced on March 4.

Twenty-seven wildlife species recorded in protective forest of My Son Sanctuary

Notable findings feature the Asian palm civet, greater coucal and red-throated flycatcher, as well as Red Data Book species such as the slow loris and pangolin.

Co To residents rescue dolphin stranded near port

A dolphin weighing around 15 kilograms was found stranded near the port area in Co To, Quang Ninh province. Thanks to the swift actions of local residents, the animal was rescued and safely released back into the ocean.

Belgian TV spotlight: Vietnam's wild nature reborn

Belgium’s RTBF nature series Le Jardin Extraordinaire spotlighted VN's remarkably resilient wilderness in its February 1 episode on La Une, highlighting the dramatic revival of the country’s forests, mountains, and biodiversity after decades of war.

Endangered hornbill surprises HCMC resident after crash-landing in garden

A giant hornbill weighing approximately 3kg unexpectedly flew into the yard of a home in Dat Do commune, Ho Chi Minh City.

Endangered tigers, gibbons, and crocodiles found at tourism facility in HCM City

Authorities have uncovered multiple violations at a wildlife tourism facility in Ho Chi Minh City that is keeping endangered species such as tigers, leopards, bears, and gibbons in captivity without legal documentation.

Authorities uncover illegal iguana farm in Ho Chi Minh City

During an inspection, Ho Chi Minh City’s Forest Protection Department discovered a non-registered facility unlawfully holding 75 green iguanas - an endangered species listed under the CITES Convention.

Vietnam’s forests show signs of wildlife recovery

Vietnam’s forests are among the most biodiverse in the world, yet their rich wildlife has long been under threat from habitat loss, degradation and unsustainable hunting through snaring.

Con Dao National Park releases 120,000 baby sea turtles into the ocean

Con Dao National Park has successfully relocated 1,800 turtle nests and released around 120,000 hatchlings safely back into the sea during nearly six months of the turtle nesting season.